Cinnabar, known as 硃砂 (Zhūshā) in Traditional Chinese, is a striking red mineral primarily composed of mercury sulfide (HgS). Historically, it has held great significance in spiritual, cultural, and alchemical traditions. In ancient China, cinnabar was prized for its association with vitality, immortality, and transformation. Its vivid red hue also connects it to powerful energetic properties, making it a favourite in metaphysical practices.
Benefits
- Spiritual Growth: Cinnabar is believed to enhance spiritual transformation, helping one to align with higher consciousness.
靈性成長：硃砂被認為能促進靈性轉變，有助於與更高意識對齊。 - Manifestation: Known as the “Merchant’s Stone,” it is said to attract wealth, abundance, and success.
實現願望：被稱為「商人之石」，據說能吸引財富、豐盛和成功。 - Emotional Balance: It helps calm the mind, release negative emotions, and foster inner peace.
情緒平衡：有助於平靜心靈，釋放負面情緒，並促進內在平和。
Chakra Associations
- Root Chakra: Cinnabar grounds energy, fostering stability and security.
海底輪：硃砂能穩定能量，增強安全感與穩定性。 - Sacral Chakra: Its vibrant red hue aligns with the sacral chakra, enhancing creativity and passion.
臍輪：其鮮紅的顏色與臍輪共振，有助於提升創造力與熱情。 - Third Eye Chakra: Some traditions link cinnabar to intuitive insights and spiritual awareness.
眉心輪：某些傳統認為硃砂可增強直覺力與靈性覺知。
Usage
- Meditation: Place cinnabar near you or hold it during meditation to deepen focus and promote spiritual awareness.
冥想：在冥想時將硃砂放在身邊或手中，幫助提升專注力與靈性覺察。 - Feng Shui: Position cinnabar in wealth corners (southeast areas of the home) to attract prosperity.
風水：將硃砂放置於財位（家中的東南方），以吸引財富運。 - Jewellery: Wearing cinnabar as jewellery keeps its energy close to your body for daily support.
首飾：佩戴硃砂飾品能讓其能量全天支持你的生活。 - Energy Cleansing: Regularly cleanse cinnabar to prevent energy stagnation, as it absorbs vibrations from its surroundings.
能量淨化：定期淨化硃砂，以避免能量滯留，因其會吸收周圍的振動。
Caution
- Cinnabar contains mercury, which can be toxic. Avoid prolonged direct contact or using cinnabar in elixirs. Always handle with care.
注意事項：硃砂含有汞，具有毒性。避免長時間直接接觸或用於製作靈性水。使用時務必小心。
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